Neighbors

Jen Blanco
July 24, 2014

Call me crazy

Sandor Jakovics and Krisztina Ihaszy plan to play badminton for 34 straight hours - a world record.

Sarasota
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Jen Blanco
July 24, 2014

Just the Stats

The week in sports by the numbers.

Sarasota
Neighbors

Observer Staff
July 24, 2014

Forever young

Heron East Assisted Living Facility held its second annual 'Senior Prom' last month.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 24, 2014

Sarasota nonprofits the Boys and Girls Club of Sarasota County and Big Brothers Big Sisters are hosting donation drives. The Boys and Girls Club's drive runs from July 21 through Aug. 2 and is accepting clothing, shoes, books and small household items for Goodwill Manasota.

Sarasota
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Harriet Sokmensuer
July 24, 2014

Sand Sculpture Camp

Sarasota County Parks and Recreation's Sand Sculpture Camp held its second day of this week's session Tuesday, on Siesta Key Beach.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 24, 2014

Weather: Sarasota

Mindy Towns submitted this photo of Sarasota Baptist Church, taken at sunset.

Sarasota
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Harriet Sokmensuer
July 23, 2014

PHOTO GALLERY: Selby Sunsets

Families spent their evening together at Selby Sunset Wednesday, July 23, at the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. The gardens extended its hours for families to play on the lawn, explore the mangrove trail and watch the sunset. Attendees were able to bring their own picnic dinners.

Sarasota
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Harriet Sokmensuer
July 23, 2014

Habitat for Humanity receives grant from Bank of America

The grant will help the nonprofit purchase a cargo van that will help deliver tools, supplies and construction materials used to build homes for Sarasota families in need.

Sarasota
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Observer Staff
July 23, 2014

Have you seen Tiny Tim?

Tiny Tim, a 2-year-old Chihuahua, has gone missing from his foster home.

East County
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Observer Staff
July 23, 2014

Temple plans community outreach

Temple Sinai will expand its presence in the Lakewood Ranch area this fall with programs and opportunities for socializing and learning.

East County
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Observer Staff
July 23, 2014

Tiny trio tours safety facilities

Commissioner Lynn Larson's three grandchildren, Zander, 9, Zora, 8, and Zoe Ramsey, 5, got a close-up look at what Longboat Key police and firefighters do to keep residents safe earlier this month, during a tour of the police and north fire stations.

Longboat Key
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Observer Staff
July 23, 2014

Mar Vista dollars to benefit local teen

Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub's walls and ceiling are covered with dollar bills, signed and decorated by patrons. Every few years the restaurant removes the bills for a good cause.